Lead Kitchen Supervisor with Growth & Perks

XANTERRA TRAVEL COLLECTION; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Free gym and pool access

Free train tickets

Job summary

Xanterra Travel Collection is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to oversee daily food production at the Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel. You will lead a culinary team, ensure top-quality meals, and uphold health and safety standards in a fast-paced kitchen.

You will collaborate with leadership to enhance dining operations, train staff, and drive guest satisfaction while maintaining cost controls and a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• One (1) year previous supervisory or lead cook experience in a high-volume ala carte, banquet or buffet style dining environment.
• Must have Intermediate computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office software programs.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) language skills a plus.
• Must have or obtain a valid Serv Safe Food Managers Certificate within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Fully understand and support Xanterra’s Mission Statement, Cultural Pillars, Community Commitment and Core Values.
• Ensures staff members adhere to grooming and uniform standards per handbook and guidelines.
• Performs all duties in line with health codes, policies, and Serv Safe certification.
• Ensures staff follow EMS policies, supports ISO 14001 goals, monitors recycling daily, and educates staff.
• Regularly inspects kitchen and dining areas with FOH and Kitchen Managers for quality, cleanliness, and safety.
• Prepares menu, batch, and banquet items per approved recipes, ensuring portions and temperatures meet standards.
• Ensures safe food handling and compliance with health regulations, sanitation, PPE, and cleanliness.
• Maintains temperature logs daily and supervises up to 12 employees per shift.
• Provides training for kitchen positions to support growth and advancement.
• Collaborates with F&B leadership to address guest feedback and operations improvements.
• Ensures safety and risk management policies are followed.
• Assists Kitchen Manager with documentation on performance and incidents.
• Oversees buffet setup, maintenance and breakdown per schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Computer skills

Bi-lingual English/Spanish

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Xanterra Travel Collection is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to oversee daily food production at the Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel. You will lead a culinary team, ensure top-quality meals, and uphold health and safety standards in a fast-paced kitchen.

You will collaborate with leadership to enhance dining operations, train staff, and drive guest satisfaction while maintaining cost controls and a positive work environment.